Rail Car Diagnostics & Function Test Tech

Top Prospect Group; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Prospect Group is seeking a Function Test Technician for the College Park, MD facility. The role involves performing electrical and mechanical tests on rail cars, troubleshooting, and documenting results. It is a 6-month temporary-to-hire position with full benefits eligibility after hiring.

Ideal candidates will read electrical schematics, use multi-meters and PC-based test equipment, and work under deadline-driven conditions in an active rail yard environment. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of previous work experience in electrical/electronic testing.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school or an associate’s degree in electrical/electronic engineering preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools and PC-based test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of work on rail cars at the College Park facility.
• Troubleshoot, repair, modify, and perform electrical and mechanical work.
• Use test equipment and read schematics to complete assignments.
• Fill out test record sheets and create rejection reports.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Hand tools proficiency

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in electrical/electronic engineering

Tools

Multi-meters

Clamp meters

PC-based test equipment

Job description

Top Prospect Group is seeking a Function Test Technician for the College Park, MD facility. The role involves performing electrical and mechanical tests on rail cars, troubleshooting, and documenting results. It is a 6-month temporary-to-hire position with full benefits eligibility after hiring.

Ideal candidates will read electrical schematics, use multi-meters and PC-based test equipment, and work under deadline-driven conditions in an active rail yard environment. Travel may be required.